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Cover Photography © Mike Billick Issue 48 Highway in the Sky: The Magic of the 42 Contents Walt Disney World Disney News ............................................................................ 8 Monorail Calendar of Events ............................................................11 MOUSE VIEWS ..........................................................13 Guide to the Magic by Tim Foster............................................................................14 Walt Disney and the Hidden Mickeys by Steve Barrett ......................................................................16 New World of Television 50 Shutters & Lenses by Tim Devine ..........................................................................18 Disney Legends by Jamie Hecker ....................................................................22 Disney Cuisine by Allison Jones ......................................................................24 Disney Touring Tips by Carrie Hurst .......................................................................26 Main Street Disney Secrets Harmonies: 54 by Jamie Hecker ....................................................................28 Disneyland Magic The Story of the by J Darling...............................................................................30 Dapper Dans FEATURED ATTRACTION Big Thunder Mountain Railroad .........................32 FEATURED FILM The Hidden Treasures The Jungle Book ................................................................36 of the Pecos Bill Tall 60 Wandering the World ...................................................70 By the Numbers ......................................................................71 Tale Inn & Cafe In Search Of... ........................................................................72 Quick Quiz...............................................................................74 Kids Korner ...........................................................................76 Mystery Quest ........................................................................80 Tim & Lou’s Top 10 ............................................................82 Celebrating America With the 66 Voices of Liberty The Magic Behind It All Oftentimes when I visit Walt Disney World, I get lost in the magic as the real world disappears and I find myself fully immersed in the fantasy and wonderment of these incredible destinations created by Disney’s Imagineers…inspired by Walt Disney himself. That experience – that moment when we realize that we are truly part of the story – is one that we never forget, and is one of the many reasons why this place is so special. But the next time you feel that sparkle of magic, take a moment to think about all of the effort and imagination that went into making that world become a reality. It’s everywhere you look: the architectural details, the authentic props, the background music, the ambient sounds…even the aromas. And let’s not forget the rich backstories that the Imagineers have dreamed up to guide them along the way in creating an authentic, richly detailed setting. Even if you don’t know the backstory, you can sense that one must surely exist. For this is not just a few random props strewn about to add an air of authenticity to an otherwise ordinary setting. This is a fully realized place; whether we’re talking about the lush exotic jungles in Adventureland, the nostalgic and decrepit surroundings of the Tower of Terror, or the romantic avenues in the France pavilion in World Showcase. Every detail is painstakingly recreated; from the cobblestones under your feet to the cobwebs on the light fixtures and everything in between. Take a moment to think about the incredible team of people that have created these immersive worlds. Oftentimes we’re talking about hundreds of people; everyone from storytellers and craftsmen to composers and engineers; these are the unnamed people whose efforts often go unrecognized, but are always appreciated. As Walt Disney once said, “When we consider a project, we really study it – not just the surface idea, but everything about it. And when we go into that new project, we believe in it all the way. We have confidence in our ability to do it right. And we work hard to do the best possible job.” That effort shines through to this day, and we can be grateful that the teams of artisans and Imagineers who strive to make our dreams become realities still hold those words of Walt Disney near and dear to their hearts. Enjoy the magic! Tim Foster 2 · Celebrations Editor Tim Foster Associate Editors Michelle Foster • Lisa Mahan • Lou Mongello Contributing Writers Steve Barrett J Darling Tim Devine Jamie Hecker Allison Jones Carrie Hurst Creative Direction and Design Tim Foster Art Director Michelle Foster Customer Service Senior Manager Lisa Mahan Social Media/Marketing Directors Lisa Mahan Contributing Photographers Tim Foster, Tim Devine, Mike Billick, Garry Rollins, Lisa Mahan, Jamie Hecker, Basic subscription rate is $29.99 for six issues ($35.99 for Canada residents, $54.99 for other international residents). To subscribe online visit www.celebrationspress.com. Single issue price is $5.99. 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The authors and publisher shall not be held liable for any information (valid or invalid) presented here and do not represent The Walt Disney Company. 3 · Celebrations Letters A Masterpiece!! Last year, in my Drawing 2 class, we were asked to make a collage out of a magazine. Since Disney is such a big part of my life, I knew what magazine I was going to choose. As much as it pained me to do so, I decided to use Celebrations as my magazine of choice, cutting it up to rearrange the images. We used the collages as reference to create a colored pencil drawing. I thought you might want to see the final product. You may recognize the images from issue #24. I was able to finish the project on time, despite my teacher’s concerns. Some areas I had to rush through, especially the briar patch area, but hopefully I’ll find time to go back and add more detail later. Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful magazine! 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